While you can set up your Mac to automatically sync up all your photos and videos, if you want them backed up on a PC, in most cases you are going to have to do it yourself.

Luckily, we have put together a simple guide to make it as easy as possible.

Whether you refuse to allow the Apple icon to dominate your electronic world or you simply prefer the Windows interface, we can help you make sure that you don’t have to sacrifice saving your precious memories.

Before you get started, you need to make sure you have the latest version of iTunes downloaded on your computer.

Importing photos requires at least iTunes 12.5.1 – so if you haven’t updated your application since August 2016, you will need to do it now.

Plug your iPhone or iPad into your computer using the USB charger cable, and make sure the device is unlocked.

Windows 10

For Windows 10 users, the process is largely the same as it is for Windows 8.

The 10 interface uses a more automatic process as a default, but also allows you to select which media you wish to import by manually clicking on images and videos.

The latest version of Windows also gives you the option of setting up the Windows Phone Companion app, which allows you to automatically upload photos and videos to your phone, somewhat similar to the way the iCloud works to back up your data.

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